Michael Smart

Merrill Lynch & Co., Inc. provided wealth management, securities trading and sales, corporate finance and investment banking services. Merrill Lynch was a global trader and underwriter of securities and derivatives across a range of asset classes and serve as a strategic advisor to governments, institutions and individuals worldwide. The company was founded in 1913 and was headquartered in Charlotte, NC.

Advent Convertible & Income Fund operates as a closed-end investment fund, which focuses on convertible securities and non-convertible income securities. The company was founded on February 19, 2003 and is headquartered in New York, NY.

Mvision Private Equity Advisers USA LLC provides alternative assets advisory services. It engages in raising capital for private equity, real estate, real assets, credit and direct transactions in both the developed and emerging markets. The company was founded by Mounir Guen in 2001 and is headquartered in New York, NY.

First Atlantic Capital Ltd. (First Atlantic Capital) is a private equity firm founded in 1989 by Roberto Buaron. The firm is headquartered in New York.

Country Pure Foods, Inc. produces, processes, and distributes juice products and other beverages. The firm provides juices and concentrates, blends, fortified juices, and drinks in various flavors, portion sizes, and packaging options; and other beverages, such as natural spring water, fruit drinks, and iced tea. It serves foodservice, retail, and co-pack markets; retail grocery chains and club stores; and institutions, such as hospitals, nursing homes, and schools in the United States. The company was founded in 1948 and is headquartered in Akron, OH.

Founded in 2001, Herndon Capital Management LLC is a wealth management firm and registered investment advisor located in Atlanta, Georgia. The firm is a subsidiary of Atlanta Life Investment Advisors, Inc. and their ultimate parent is Atlanta Life Financial Group.

Advent Claymore Enhanced Growth & Income Fund operates as a closed-end investment fund/investment trust. The company was founded on January 30, 2004 and is headquartered in New York, NY.

Berkshire Blanket, Inc. produces, imports, and markets blankets. It offers bedding sets, sheets, throws, throw pillows, and baby blankets. The company was founded by Rick Lotuff, Mary Lotuff, and Joe Lotuff in 1993 and is headquartered in Ware, MA.